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Austin, TX
Children's Center, The (Jester)
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Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. |
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Telephone: (512) 795-8300 · Website: childrenscenterofaustin.com
Discipline
| OVERALL RATING (3.2) |
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Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children:
...are handled well in a way that gives me confidence in the safety of my child
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Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety
Parent #1
The menu, which includes two snacks and lunch each day, is loaded with processed and sugary foods. The school enforces its "no sick children" policy inconsistently. Overall, the facilities are new, clean, and cheerful, but the toddler classrooms are very small and poorly equipped.
Health
| OVERALL RATING (3.8) |
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| Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable |
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| Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided |
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| Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly |
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Safety
| OVERALL RATING (3.5) |
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| Screen and identify all visitors |
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| Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others |
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